MTD 230 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Single-Stage Snow Thrower
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-
covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester
for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland,
Ohio 44136-0019.
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
IMPORTANT
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Model 230, S230
Model 240, S240
Model 250, S250
Model 260, S260
Model 261, S261
FORM NO. 769-01283A
04/2005

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  • Page 1 (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. FORM NO. 769-01283A MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 04/2005 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new snow thrower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Table of Contents Safety Labels ..........p. 3 Off-Season Storage ........
  • Page 3: Safety Labels

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  • Page 4: Safe Operation Practices

    WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual.
  • Page 5 Operation Maintenance & Storage 1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts, in the 1. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper auger/impeller housing or chute assembly. Contact with the operation regularly. Refer to the maintenance and adjust- rotating parts can amputate hands and feet.
  • Page 6 NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Snow thrower features vary by model. Not all features discussed in this manual are applicable to all snow thrower models. NOTE: All references to left or right side of the snow thrower is from the operating position only Setup And Contents of Carton Adjustment...
  • Page 7: Know Your Snow Thrower

    Auger Control Handle Know Electric Starter Button Starter Handle Your Snow Thrower Fuel Cap Primer Chute Assembly Spark Plug Access IMPORTANT: This unit runs on a mixture of fuel Choke Lever and oil. Do NOT operate the snow thrower without first Shave Plate reading the Tecumseh engine operator’s...
  • Page 8 Electric Starter Button (if equipped) Operation Starter Handle Primer Figure 5A Spark Plug Access Fuel Cap Chute Assembly Choke Lever Wing Knob WARNING Read, understand, and follow all Figure 5 instructions and warnings on the Before Starting To Start Engine machine and in WARNING: Before starting the IMPORTANT: For complete and detailed engine starting,...
  • Page 9 5. If you have a grounded three-prong receptacle, Disconnect the power cord from receptacle first, and proceed as follows. then from switch box. 6. Move Choke Control to the “Full” position. 3. Recoil Starter: With engine running, pull starter rope with a rapid, continuous full arm stroke three or four 7.
  • Page 10: Adjustments & Maintenance

    NOTE: Call 1-800-800-7310 for information regarding the engine is price and availability of Shave Plate Kit 753-0451 or contact an authorized MTD Service Dealer in your area. running, except Control Cable where specified in the operator’s...
  • Page 11 NOTE: Call 1-800-800-7310 for information regarding the price and availability of Auger Kit 753-04472 or contact metal auger itself can an authorized MTD Service Dealer in your area. come in contact with To change the rubber paddles, proceed as follows: the pavement.
  • Page 12: Off-Season Storage

    If the snow thrower will not be used for 30 days or 4. Remove the spark plug and pour one (1) ounce longer, or if it is the end of the snow season when the of engine oil through the spark plug hole into the last possibility of snow is gone, the equipment needs to cylinder.
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    Possible Cause(s) Solution Problem Engine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel 1. Fill tank with clean fresh gasoline. 2. Improper fuel mixture 2. Mix new fuel at a ratio of 50:1 3. Blocked fuel line 3. Clean fuel line Trouble- 4.
  • Page 14 You can determine which drive pulley system your unit has by measuring this hole. Units with a 3/8” hole use these part numbers. You can determine which drive pulley system your unit has by measuring this hole. Units with a 1/4” hole use these part numbers.
  • Page 15: Parts List

    Part List: Snow Thrower PART No. DESCRIPTION Qty. PART No. DESCRIPTION Qty. 629-0236 Extension Cord 712-04064 Hex Flange Lock Nut, 1/4-20 710-0627 Hex Screw, 5/16-24 x .75 726-0299 Push Cap, 1/2” 710-1003 Screw, #10-16 x .625 732-0357A Extension Spring 710-3025 Hex Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 736-0176 Flat Washer .265 x .938 x .120...
  • Page 16 Part List: Snow Thrower For parts and/or accessories please call 1-800-800-7310, or 1-330-220-4683. www.mtdproducts.com...
  • Page 17 Control Cable 749-04114 Lower Handle 725-0201 Ignition Key 731-1133C Spark Plug Cover 731-04127 Lower Chute 5” Dia 731-04353 Ring-Lower Chute 731-04886 Chute, Adapter 5” Dia 732-04111 Chute Adjustment Spring 731-0511 Strip Trim * Model 230/S230, 250/S250, & 260/S260 **Model 240/S240...
  • Page 18: Accessories & Kits

    The following accessories and kits are available for single-stage, two-cycle snow throwers. See the retailer from which you purchased your snow thrower, an authorized MTD Service Dealer or phone (800) 800-7310 for information regarding price and availability Accessories MODEL DESCRIPTION &...
  • Page 19: Notes

    NOTES: Use this page to make notes and write down important information. For parts and/or accessories please call 1-800-800-7310, or 1-330-220-4683. www.mtdproducts.com...
  • Page 20: Warranty

    MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to e. MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its posses- outside of the United States, its possessions and territories, except sions and territories.

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